Job Description

Job title: Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Location: Burlington, NC 27215 USA

Shift: Various Shifts Available

Contact: 6+ months

EHS Specialist 1

This is an entry-level position. The EH&S Specialist 1, within our Diagnostics or Drug Development business is responsible for ensuring the implementation of Corporate/Enterprise/Site-Specific policies to support a healthy and safe work environment. The EHS Specialist I may report to a EHS Manager or be placed in a Facility by themselves.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Be a leader and champion for continual improvement in environment, health, and safety.

· Conduct frequent facility walk arounds to help in the identification of hazards that pose risks to site personnel.

· Perform facility inspections and audits in alignment with local, state and federal regulations and corporate/enterprise policies and procedures.

· Provide support for maintaining waste water and storm water compliance using Tier 2 Reporting, Storm and Wastewater Permits, SPCC and site specific Emergency Response plans.

· Coach, counsel and guide department leaders and team members to ensure EHS programs and policies are adhered to, Including OSHA and EPA.

· Assist supervisors/managers with investigation of employee injuries (as needed) and post-accident case management.

· Assists Warehouse and Logistics Supervisors/Managers with implementing Forklift Program, certifies employees, license record keeping.

· Oversee compliance with OSHA/EPA/CDC inspections, fire equipment, AED units, hoists, ladders, eye wash stations and stored respirators.

· Maintains records pertinent to site specimen exposure, exposure to hazardous chemicals and waste, as required.

· Responsible for managing the site inspections and permits related to EPA (chemical hazardous waste), CDC, and OSHA.

· Perform other related job duties and projects as assigned.

Position Qualifications

· An Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, or related discipline required.

· Must successfully complete RCRA and DOT training within six months of the position for hazardous waste storage, disposal, and transportation.

· At least 2 years’ experience with supporting and leading an EHS program in a relevant environment preferred.

· Knowledge of EPA regulations desirable

· Verbal and written communication skills are a must

· Proficient knowledge of OSHA regulations

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree.

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

Thanks in advance for your time and consideration; please feel free to provide a current version of your resume. I look forward to hearing from you!

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